2008 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Tata Indica

To start off, both 2008 BMW 318 and 2008 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.

Because 2008 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 318 2008 Tata Indica
Make BMW Tata
Model 318 Indica
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Size 1995 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 0 HP
Torque 201 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 219 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 37 L


 

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